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Pittsburgh, PA Weather on August 26
Pittsburgh hits 98°F on scorching August 26, 1993
August 26 brings warm summer conditions to Pittsburgh, with average highs near 84°F and lows around 63°F. The date has seen extreme swings across 43 years of records, from a blistering 98°F in 1993 to a cool 51°F in 2017, demonstrating the variability of late summer weather in western Pennsylvania.
What to Expect on August 26
Planning for August 26th in Pittsburgh, PA? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest August 26 ever in Pittsburgh?
The warmest August 26 in Pittsburgh, PA reached 98°F in 1993. That is 16°F above the long-term average high of 82°F.
What was the coldest August 26 ever in Pittsburgh?
The coldest August 26 in Pittsburgh, PA dropped to 52°F in 2025. That is 11°F below the long-term average low of 63°F.
What is the average temperature on August 26 in Pittsburgh?
On August 26, Pittsburgh averages a high of 82°F and a low of 63°F based on 38 years of NOAA weather observations from PITTSBURGH WSO CITY.
How many years of weather data are available for August 26 in Pittsburgh?
We have 38 years of weather records for August 26 in Pittsburgh, PA, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
August 26 Weather History in Pittsburgh
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 71°F | 52°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2024 | 90°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 82°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 84°F | 66°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2021 | 86°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 85°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 74°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 81°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 74°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 87°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 68°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 83°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 85°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 85°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 81°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 77°F | 59°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 2009 | 83°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 81°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 79°F | 65°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2006 | 88°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 72°F | 64°F | 0.19" | -- |
| 2004 | 77°F | 64°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 2003 | 84°F | 67°F | 0.4" | -- |
| 2002 | 80°F | 61°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2001 | 82°F | 66°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 2000 | 79°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 77°F | 65°F | 0.74" | -- |
| 1993 | 98°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 91°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 76°F | 62°F | 0.61" | -- |
| 1978 | 85°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 86°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 85°F | 70°F | 0.29" | -- |
| 1975 | 90°F | 66°F | 0.78" | -- |
| 1974 | 86°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 88°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 86°F | 67°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 1971 | 83°F | 65°F | 0.02" | -- |
Based on 38 years of data from NOAA station: PITTSBURGH WSO CITY
How Has August 26 Changed?
The last decade has been 1.2°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Pittsburgh, PA, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.